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AN OTTOMAN MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND TORTOISESHELL-INLAID CASKET, TURKEY, 19TH CENTURY

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May 20, 02:54 PM GMT

Estimate

4,000 - 6,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

AN OTTOMAN MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND TORTOISESHELL-INLAID CASKET, TURKEY, 19TH CENTURY


the surface decorated with mother-of-pearl and tortoiseshell, with foliate and geometric design, the hinged raised lid opening to reveal an interior set with a mirror on a backdrop featuring flowers composed of cut-paper, three small drawers on the front, the interior lined with a thin textile, on four tall feet


42 by 52.5 by 31.5cm.


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This lot contains ivory and other restricted materials. Replica Shoes 's recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. For example, US regulations restrictor prohibits the import of certain items (including ivory) to protect wildlife conservation. Please note that Sotheby's will not assist buyers with CITES licence applications where a buyer elects to either collect or arrange their own shipping, nor will Replica Shoes 's assist with the international movement of ivory/rhino horn by air, either as freight or through hand carry. Replica Shoes 's shipping will only assist in shipping the lot to either domestic UK or EU destinations, where delivery is made by road transport. A buyer's inability to export or import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation.

Sotheby's London, 13 April 1988, lot 476.